The world faces a multitude of problems ranging from pollution to energy shortages and health deficits. This presentation by Christopher Snyder will explore the uses of mushrooms for a practice known as mycoremediation. Through this method, it may become possible … Continue reading
The Cinema will screen Stan & Ollie (Jon S. Baird, U.K. / Canada / U.S. 2018, 98 min.) "Laurel and Hardy, the world's most famous comedy duo, attempt to reignite their film careers as they embark on what becomes their … Continue reading
The Cinema will screen On the Basis of Sex (Mimi Leder, U.S. 2018, 120 min.) "The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and the early cases of a historic career that lead to her nomination … Continue reading
The Cinema will screen The Favourite (Yorgos Lanthimos, Ireland / U.K. / U.S. 2018, 119 min.) "In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend, Lady Sarah, governs the country in her stead. … Continue reading
Chicago's fast-rockin' good thyme punks, Pledge Drive are in town. Self-described as "heart-of-gold melodies, frustrated busybody energy, polyphonic exhibitionism, and an uncompromising queer agenda."
The Dryden will screen 12 Angry Men (Sidney Lumet, U.S. 1957, 96 min., 35mm). Henry Fonda stars in this classic courtroom drama that takes place almost entirely within the sweltering jury room on the hottest day of the year. A … Continue reading
In conjunction with Phillis Wheatley Community Library, we will be hosting a discussion on cultural humility for adults 18 and older. Cultural humility is a framework for supporting lifelong learning and reflection with the goal of influencing and addressing structural … Continue reading
The Cinema will screen On the Basis of Sex (Mimi Leder, U.S. 2018, 120 min.) "The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and the early cases of a historic career that lead to her nomination … Continue reading
The Cinema will screen The Favourite (Yorgos Lanthimos, Ireland / U.K. / U.S. 2018, 119 min.) "In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne occupies the throne and her close friend, Lady Sarah, governs the country in her stead. … Continue reading
In the Kate Gleason Auditorium of the Basuch and Lomb Library Building, Dr. Michael Mendoza will review Dopesick: Dealers, Doctors, and The Drug Company That Addicted America by Beth Macy. New York Times bestselling author and journalist Beth Macy has … Continue reading
The Cinema will screen On the Basis of Sex (Mimi Leder, U.S. 2018, 120 min.) "The true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and the early cases of a historic career that lead to her nomination … Continue reading
The Dryden will screen In Cold Blood (Richard Brooks, U.S. 1967, 134 min., 35mm) as part of the Courtroom Dramas series. Based on Truman Capote's nonfiction novel, which itself was based on direct reporting of the real-life violent slaughter of … Continue reading